Charities Review Council - All Charities (Reviewed by the Council)

Meets all standards

PO Box 742
Brainerd, MN 56401

Principal Staff: Jana Shogren , Executive Director
Board Chair: Patrice O'Leary
EIN: 72-1538846

Phone: (218)825-7682
Toll-free: (888)750-7682
Fax: (218)825-9131
Main E-mail: info@bridges-of-hope.net
Website: www.bridges-of-hope.net
IRS Code: 501(c)(3)

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MISSION

Bridges of Hope builds bridges of support, anchored in Christ's love, between families in the Lakes Area and the community assets that can help them thrive and gain hope.

990 SNAPSHOT (2005-2007)

Programs and Expenses (2007)

Financial Resources Program: $80,885.00

Family Support Services: $54,680.00

Crisis Nursery Services: $35,344.00

Mental Health Program: $21,491.00


3-Year Average Charity Expenses		% of total expenses
Program Services:	$145,442	76.4%
Management:	$24,188	12.7%
Fundraising:	$20,672	10.9%

Accountability Review Results:

Date of final report: 5/6/2007
Updated: 3/20/2009

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= Doesn't meet standard

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PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

Legal Compliance (1A)

Financial & Annual Reporting (1B)

Accomplishments (1C)

Reporting Consistency (1D)

GOVERNANCE

Board Meetings (2A)

Conflict Of Interest Policy (2B)

Board Compensation (2C)

Board/Staff Positions (2D)

Board Term Limits (2E)

FINANCIAL ACTIVITY

Use Of Funds (3A)

Reserve Limits (3B)

Financial Health (3C)

Board Fiduciary Oversight (3D)

FUNDRAISING

Ethical Fundraising (4A)

Voluntary Charitable Giving (4B)

Soliciting Practices (4C)

CHARITY RESPONSE TO REVIEW:

Bridges of Hope takes the responsibility of managing our organization's resources very seriously. We strive to be open, transparent and accountable to our donors, volunteers, staff, families served and ultimately our community. If you have questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact us.

NON-CASH DONATIONS
(218)825-7682 Type of Goods Accepted: Automobiles Sold to Raise Funds Provided to Clients Office Furniture	Goods Donation Instructions/Restrictions: Vehicles need to be in good working condition. Office furniture taken less frequently--for all items, call for current needs. Drop-off Locations: Call for details. Pick-up Available: Greater Minnesota
CHARITY DETAILS
Number of FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):	5
Number of Volunteers:	5-10
Number of clients served in the last fiscal year:	1,500


Affiliations: United Way funded organization	Other Affiliations/Accreditations: Brainerd Community Foundation - Spirit of Hope Governor's Faith Based and Community Initiatives Award for Best Practices